Has Barcelona given up on signing Julian Alvarez?

Story byHas Barcelona given up on signing Julian Alvarez?Foot AfricaSat, December 6, 2025 at 8:00 AM UTC·2 min readIt seems that the Catalan club has changed its mind a little. Getty ImagesBarcelona's pursuit of Atlético Madrid striker Julián Álvarez has dramatically cooled, according to reports, placing a major question mark over a potential transfer. The Argentine, who joined Atlético in the summer of 2024 and swiftly became a pivotal figure for the club, is now the subject of significant doubt from the Catalan giants. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe shift in stance reportedly followed Barcelona's recent 2-1 victory over Atlético, where Álvarez's performance failed to impress the watching decision-makers. Reporter Alfredo Martínez indicates that "the Catalan club is now unsure whether they should move ahead with the signing of the Argentine striker." The club's hierarchy has formed a specific conclusion from that match, believing "Álvarez is not worth the fee Atlético Madrid are demanding."This newfound hesitation comes directly on the heels of a formal approach from Barcelona.